Computer Accessories User Manual

COM Ports 41
E-EQ-MX5CERG-F-ARC MX5X Reference Guide
Integrated Scanner Port (Optional)
The MX5X integrated barcode scanner is used to collect barcode data from any nearby compatible
barcode label. Depending on the size of the barcode, size of bars and spacing and quality of the
barcode, the scanner is used to read barcodes between 3 in (7.6 cm) and 30 in (76 cm). The
barcode scanner reads UPC/EAN, Code 39, Code 93, I 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Code 128, Codabar
and MSI symbologies.
The internal barcode scanner scans only when either Scan button is pressed or the scan trigger is
pressed, if installed. Scan buttons have no effect on tethered barcode scanners connected to the
RS-232 port. The Scanner LED illuminates during any integrated scanner activation.
Look on the label on the back of the MX5X. The type of installed scan engine should be clearly
labeled and may be one of the following:
• Symbol SE 1224 HP
• Symbol SE 1223 LR
• Symbol SE 1223 ALR
• Symbol SE 2223 2D
Use the scanner label information if you need to program the Symbol scanner engine using the
barcodes in the Integrated Scanner Programming Guide (available on the LXE Manuals CD or the
LXE ServicePass website).
Note: Use the scanner control panel to set up using both the integrated scanner and a tethered
scanner.
To switch active scanner Com ports tap the Start | Settings | Control Panel |Scanner | Main tab.
Note: If there is no internal scanner, Internal is greyed out. On units without an internal
scanner, controls on Port 1 and Port 2 are greyed out – the COM1 external control can
be selected.
To assign baud rate, parity, stop bits and data bits to Com 1, tap the Start | Settings | Control Panel
| Scanner | COM1 tab.
If the scanner needs to be configured, refer to the Integrated Scanner Programming Guide on the
LXE Manuals CD.
Tethered Scanners (Optional)
Note: LXE cable number MX5A055CBL3IND26D9M must be used with PowerScan® SR, LR
and XLR tethered scanners connected directly to the MX5X device. Do not connect
Symbol® tethered scanners to the MX5X device or to this cable.
The MX5X Scan buttons have no effect on tethered barcode scanners connected to a serial port on
the MX5X or vehicle cradle. Tethered scanners read barcode scans only when the trigger on the
tethered scanner is pressed.
To set the MX5X to use a tethered scanner, tap the Start | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | Main
tab.
Tap the Send Key Messages (WEDGE) checkbox. The COM port that accepts the scanner data
can be configured for data rate, parity, stop bits and data bits using the COM1 tab.
If the tethered scanner is powered by the mobile device, enable Power Output in Start | Settings |
Control Panel | Handheld | Comms tab.
See Also: Tethered Barcode Scanner Data Entry Using the MX5 Cradle.